Human Services Assistant I

Hiring Range: $39,790.40 to $56,160.00

Full Time or Part Time: Full Time

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This job announcement is a courtesy job post for the Winchester Department of Social Services. It is not a position of the Virginia Department of Social Services or any other Commonwealth of Virginia agency. Local employment opportunities may also be available through the local agency's city or county website/job board(s).

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Client Reception and Communication - Serve as the first point of contact for individuals visiting or calling the agency by greeting clients, answering phones, providing general information, and directing inquiries to appropriate staff or services
• Administrative and Records Management - Perform a variety of clerical and administrative duties including processing documents, maintaining accurate electronic records, and ensuring compliance with agency procedures for data entry and document handling
• Program Support and Applicant Screening - Assist with benefit program operations by registering applications and supporting caseworkers in the coordination of client services

Requirements:

Education and Experience:

High school diploma supplemented with additional training and related work experience OR any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Preferred:

• Associate"s degree preferred with coursework in subjects such as social work, human services, social or behavioral science, business or related field
• Valid driver"s license
• Bilingual in Spanish is preferred

The City of Winchester is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other classification protected by law.